2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 1994 Lada Samara | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Liberty | Samara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |